Seasonal Houseperson (October 2026 - May 2027)

The Vineta Hotel - situated in the heart of Palm Beach, in homage to an illustrious history dating back 100 years, The Vineta Hotel has been restored to its former splendor and reopens shortly in a familiar location. Two blocks away from Worth Avenue in the heart of Palm Beach, The Vineta embodies the elegant, artistic life of a destination famed for its restaurant scene, designer boutiques and noteworthy galleries. The hotel is the first in the US to join the Oetker Hotels portfolio.

Originally called The Vineta Hotel, this landmark dates back to 1926 and is a fine example of Mediterranean Revival architecture seen throughout the destination.

A top-to-bottom renovation marks an opportune moment to bring back the original name of this establishment, The Vineta, to clearly mark a bold new chapter in its history. Combining stylish décor with contemporary comfort and the city’s most coveted social setting, complemented by world-class cuisine and unrivalled service, the property will quickly be established as the pinnacle of hospitality in Palm Beach.

The Vineta Hotel invites you to join its teams and offers you the best opportunities for career and development within the amazing Oetker Hotels.

Missions

The uniqueness of The Vineta Hotel requires a Houseperson/Public Area Attendant with personality underscored by the highest degree of people acumen to provide an immaculate housekeeping experience in regard to cleaning, servicing, and maintaining all guest accommodations, back of the house, and all public areas of the hotel.

Profile

• Clean and stock all assigned public areas of the hotel including all corridors, elevators and landings, stairwells, balconies, patios, public bathrooms, restaurants, pool area, offices, and all service areas including on guest room floors, ensuring compliance with the company’s elevated expectations and Leading Quality Assurance standards (LQA).
• Remove trash, wipe down shelves/counters; sweep and mop floor; remove non-floor closet items and transport them to proper storage areas.
• Timely provide linen supplies, stock floor closets, deliver and retrieve items requested by guests and room attendants.
• Safely and efficiently assist with transporting guest luggage to and from their rooms, ensuring items are managed with care.
• Ensure that equipment is maintained and checked for proper functioning in collaboration with the Engineering department.
• Ensure, before each intervention in the room (cleaning, maintenance, linen delivery, etc.) that the guest is not present or, when present, that the guest’s privacy is respected.
• Transport any room service trays/items in guest hallways to the appropriate location.
• Maintain good relations and communication with all departments within the hotel to create an atmosphere conducive to teamwork. Work closely with the Front Office, Maintenance, and Food and Beverage to coordinate implementation of rooms, as well as cleaning schedules for special events and high-traffic areas.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations, including proper handling and storage of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Wear appropriate clothing/uniform/PPE for the type of cleaning to be conducted.
• Inspect all furniture for dust, debris, foreign particles, tears, rips and stains and clean/remove/report damages to supervisor.
• Inspect, dust, and clean pictures frames, mirrors, fire extinguisher boxes, exit signs, air vents, windows, baseboards, corners, ledges, phones, drapes, doors, planters and plants, lamps, light fixtures, and light switches. Polish all brass surfaces to a high gloss.
• Ensure security of guest room access and hotel property; turn over any lost and found items to the supervisor.
• Install cleaned or new drapes, make up cribs and rollaway beds and transport them to designated rooms, turn mattress and box springs according to rotation schedule.
• Maintain storage closet inventory of cleaning supplies, linens, and equipment; complete requisition for low inventory supplies and submit to supervisor.
• Drive company vehicle, to and from storage and laundry facility to gather and deliver linen and supplies.
• Review and prioritize assignment checklist ensuring completion and closing of all assigned duties before leaving for the day.
• Ensure that personal appearance and hygiene standards are an example for the team and reflect a professional image for our guests.
  
  

What You Bring

• Minimum 1 year of work experience in a similar capacity with an understanding of luxury hotel standards of service.
• High school graduate or equivalent vocational training.
• Must possess a valid, unrestricted, and insurable Florida Driver’s License in good standing.
• Able to comprehend, read, write and speak basic English including workplace policies, job instructions, departmental and safety. Ability to clearly communicate with guests and hoteliers.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities.
• Ability to frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and handling objects and equipment; push, pull, grasp, lift or carry items weighing up to 50 lbs.
  
  

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Excellent Training and Development opportunities with Oetker Hotels

Complimentary Hotelier Meals

Complimentary Dry Cleaning

The Vineta Hotel is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website - https://eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf

Oetker Hotels are true masterpieces located in the world’s most desirable destinations. Each property is a landmark and a timeless icon of elegance. With deep devotion to local culture and community, our Hosts of Choice preserve a tradition of legendary European hospitality and genuine family spirit that began in 1872.

The collection includes Le Bristol Paris, Brenners Park-Hotel & Spa in Baden-Baden, Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc in Antibes, Château Saint-Martin & Spa in Vence, The Lanesborough in London, L’Apogée Courchevel, Eden Rock-St Barths, Jumby Bay Island in Antigua, Palácio Tangará in São Paulo, Hotel La Palma in Capri, The Vineta Hotel in Palm Beach, and more than 150 private villas around the globe. In 2027, a new masterpiece will be opening in Saint-Tropez.